How to read the Psalter at home correctly

The Psalter is a sacred book containing the psalms that King David recorded with the inspiration of the Holy Spirit.

Reading the Psalter at home allows you to efface sins, elevate the soul and draw angels to the rescue.

Instructions

1

Prepare a candle or a burning lamp. Reading the Psalter must be accompanied by fire. An alternative option is possible only if you are on the road. Find a quiet place where no one will distract you or interfere with you in a different way. To read the Psalter is necessary aloud, but in a low voice, attentively listening to the words and trying to make out the meaning that is embedded in them.

2

Pay special attention to the correct settingStresses. Otherwise, the meaning of words or even entire sentences may change. In Orthodoxy this is considered a sin. Also you can not sit reading final or beginning prayers (as well as the so-called "Words") - always get up, you can sit on the remaining sites.

3

In no case can one dramatize,Invest emotions and feelings in reading psalms. Let your voice be monotonous and a little chant. The main thing is to maintain an impartial character. Also, you can not show emotion if you can not understand the meaning of what has been said. As one grows up, one can understand more and more.

How to read the Psalter at home correctly Was last modified: June 21st, 2017 By Ratgiuqn